Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Ruston, LA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in Ruston
$917/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Ruston is $917 per month as of October 2026. This is 52% below the national average rent, or $983 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Ruston
45
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Ruston rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Ruston, LA
Average rent prices in Ruston have decreased by 10% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Ruston, LA
Rent prices in Ruston vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Ruston is $850, whereas a house costs $1,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Ruston run $725 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $775.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,800 | 11% | 157% | |
1 bedroom | $737 | No Change | 28% | |
2 bedroom | $785 |  2% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,162 | No Change | 16% | |
4 bedroom | $1,050 | 6% | 32% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Ruston, LA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $850 | No Change | 6% | |
Condos | $1,125 | 13% | - | |
Houses | $1,250 | No Change | 25% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
157%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$737
Last year
28%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$785
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,162
Last year
16%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
32%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Ruston, LA.
Apartments
Average rent
$850
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,125
Last 30 days
13%
Houses
Average rent
$1,250
Last year
25%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Ruston, LA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Ruston, LA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Ruston and Alexandria by all bedroom counts and property types.
Ruston
52%lower than the national median
53%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Ruston, LA is 2% higher than the median rent in Alexandria, LA.
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107%$999
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8%$1,850
$1,350
48%Discover rentals in Ruston, LA
11h ago
606 Ruston, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio–4 beds
0–4 baths
$375–$1,050
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
419 Emerald Trace Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
1–4 beds
1 bath
$620–$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
3020 Paul Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
2 beds
1 bath
$649
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1701 Goodwin Rd, Ruston, LA 71270
2 beds
1 bath
$650–$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ruston
728 Celebrity Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio
0 baths
$3,325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ruston
2102 KENTUCKY RIDGE DRIVE, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio
0 baths
$2,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ruston
2102 KENTUCKY RIDGE DRIVE, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio
0 baths
$2,275
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ruston
734 Celebrity Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio
0 baths
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
419 Emerald Trace Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
1–4 beds
1 bath
$620–$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
606 Ruston, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio–4 beds
0–4 baths
$375–$1,050
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
15h ago
145 Nutmeg Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
1–3 beds
1 bath
$899–$1,252
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
301 E Reynolds Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$900–$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1701 Goodwin Rd, Ruston, LA 71270
2 beds
1 bath
$650–$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2011 W Alabama Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
2 beds
1 bath
$675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ruston
102 N Pinecrest Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ruston
109 Pelican Blvd, Ruston, LA 71270
Studio
0 baths
$1,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
419 Emerald Trace Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
1–4 beds
1 bath
$620–$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
301 E Reynolds Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
3 beds
2 baths
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1701 Goodwin Rd, Ruston, LA 71270
2 beds
1 bath
$650–$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
3208 Sutton Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
3 beds
2 baths
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Ruston, LA
Quick answers to common questions about the Ruston rental market.
How much is rent in Ruston?
The average rent in Ruston is $917 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Ruston?
Average rent prices in Ruston have decreased by 10% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Ruston rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Ruston is 52% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $983 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Ruston?
To comfortably afford rent in Ruston, you'd need to earn approximately $37,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Ruston?
October offers the best rental deals in Ruston, with rents running about 18% lower than peak summer prices in July. This seasonal variation creates clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters throughout the year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).